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July 29, 2021STT 89: Alexa: Ambient Computing - Alexa's new voice, Thread on Eero, Siri Shortcuts
Alexa's new voice, Thread on Eero, Siri Shortcuts
You can add Alexa to your Home screen with the new 'Ask Alexa' widget

'Good night' or 'bedtime', Alexa routines now support multiple phrases

Upcoming Thread support for Eero Routers

Google's redesigned Wear OS will only reach a few current smartwatches

SmartMi standing fan offers Google Assistant, battery power

Best hidden Android shortcuts

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, compared

A Non-Driver's Critique Of CarPlay Shows Accessible Infotainment Systems Help More Than The Driver

How to use Shortcuts & Siri to control your Apple TV

Some Siri commands for third-party apps will stop working with iOS 15

Everything New With Siri in iOS 15: On-Device Processing, Offline Support, Sharing, Improved Context, and More

7 tips and tricks to master your Apple Watch

Stats takes your health data and puts it into a widget on your Home screen

How to check Air Quality Index on your iPhone and Apple Watch

SmartMi P1 Air Purifier review: Custom convenience

Meross Launches Modular Smart LED Floor Lamp With HomeKit Support

Aqara launches new 3-in-1 HomeKit Air Quality Monitor with an E-ink display
Picks of the week
Matthew: PlayDate

Mikah: Anker USB Wall Outlet

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli

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Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today/episodes/89
1 hr 31 min
July 29, 2021STT 89: Alexa: Ambient Computing - Alexa's new voice, Thread on Eero, Siri Shortcuts
Alexa's new voice, Thread on Eero, Siri Shortcuts
You can add Alexa to your Home screen with the new 'Ask Alexa' widget
'Good night' or 'bedtime', Alexa routines now support multiple phrases
Upcoming Thread support for Eero Routers
Google's redesigned Wear OS will only reach a few current smartwatches
SmartMi standing fan offers Google Assistant, battery power
Best hidden Android shortcuts
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, compared
A Non-Driver's Critique Of CarPlay Shows Accessible Infotainment Systems Help More Than The Driver
How to use Shortcuts & Siri to control your Apple TV
Some Siri commands for third-party apps will stop working with iOS 15
Everything New With Siri in iOS 15: On-Device Processing, Offline Support, Sharing, Improved Context, and More
7 tips and tricks to master your Apple Watch
Stats takes your health data and puts it into a widget on your Home screen
How to check Air Quality Index on your iPhone and Apple Watch
SmartMi P1 Air Purifier review: Custom convenience
Meross Launches Modular Smart LED Floor Lamp With HomeKit Support
Aqara launches new 3-in-1 HomeKit Air Quality Monitor with an E-ink display

Picks of the week
Matthew: PlayDate
Mikah: Anker USB Wall Outlet

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli
Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today
Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit
Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today/episodes/89
1 hr 31 min
July 22, 2021STT 88: Alexa (Ziggy) Live 2021 - Valve's Steam Deck, Google updates, Amazon's Alexa developer conference
Valve's Steam Deck, Google updates, Amazon's Alexa developer conference
The Steam Deck aims to kill the console once and for all

I'm Begging You to Use a VPN at Hotels

It's time for Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri to swear

Google Workspace users can now use Assistant on Nest Hub

Google TV update adds an option to manually clear out the 'Continue watching' row

Google Maps Timeline adds new monthly 'Insights' tab

Volley's Magic Word is a voice-based puzzle game on Google Assistant

New iOS 14.7, tvOS 14.7, and watchOS 7.6 updates expand ECG support and more

iOS 15 & watchOS 8 now let you install them with almost no available space

Amazon's Alexa voice options now include Shaq and Melissa McCarthy

Amazon will let devs compete for your Echo Show's screen and everything else Alexa just added

Amazon promises most Echo speakers will get upgraded to Matter

Amazon aims to inject new life into Alexa with the release of developer tools and features
Picks of the week
Matthew & Mikah: MagSafe Battery Pack

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli

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Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today/episodes/88
Sponsor:
Molekule.com promo code STT120
1 hr 38 min
July 22, 2021STT 88: Alexa (Ziggy) Live 2021 - Valve's Steam Deck, Google updates, Amazon's Alexa developer conference
Valve's Steam Deck, Google updates, Amazon's Alexa developer conference
The Steam Deck aims to kill the console once and for all
I'm Begging You to Use a VPN at Hotels
It's time for Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri to swear
Google Workspace users can now use Assistant on Nest Hub
Google TV update adds an option to manually clear out the 'Continue watching' row
Google Maps Timeline adds new monthly 'Insights' tab
Volley's Magic Word is a voice-based puzzle game on Google Assistant
New iOS 14.7, tvOS 14.7, and watchOS 7.6 updates expand ECG support and more
iOS 15 & watchOS 8 now let you install them with almost no available space
Amazon's Alexa voice options now include Shaq and Melissa McCarthy
Amazon will let devs compete for your Echo Show's screen and everything else Alexa just added
Amazon promises most Echo speakers will get upgraded to Matter
Amazon aims to inject new life into Alexa with the release of developer tools and features

Picks of the week
Matthew & Mikah: MagSafe Battery Pack
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli
Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today
Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit
Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today/episodes/88
Sponsor:
Molekule.com promo code STT120
1 hr 38 min
July 15, 2021STT 87: Radar Sleep Tracking - Netflix game streaming, Wyze light strips, Echo Dot data follow up
Netflix game streaming, Wyze light strips, Echo Dot data follow up
Netflix Is Expanding Into Video Games

Samsung Washing Machine App Requires Access to Your Contacts and Location

Samsung's SmartThings app can now track your energy usage

New Wyze light strips bring 32 feet of color-changing fun to your home decor

Amazon serialized fiction comes to iOS ahead of Kindle devices

Amazon eyes Soli-style radar sensors for sleep tracking and smart home

Amazon Echo Dots created by designer DvF

Amazon adds AirPlay 2 and HomeKit to Toshiba, Insignia Fire TVs

How to use Focus on your Apple Watch

Smarter iKettle lets Google Assistant put on some tea for you

elago R5 Locator Case launches with an AirTags slot - 9to5Toys

meross launches the HomeKit-enabled MDL110 Smart LED Desk Lamp

Nanoleaf Adds Thread Border Router Support to Shapes and Elements Light Panels [Update: Rollout Next Month]
Picks of the week
Matthew: Elgato FaceCam & Stream Deck Mk. 2

Mikah: Anker Cable Management Cord Keeper

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today

Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit
Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today/episodes/87
1 hr 48 min
July 15, 2021STT 87: Radar Sleep Tracking - Netflix game streaming, Wyze light strips, Echo Dot data follow up
Netflix game streaming, Wyze light strips, Echo Dot data follow up
Netflix Is Expanding Into Video Games
Samsung Washing Machine App Requires Access to Your Contacts and Location
Samsung's SmartThings app can now track your energy usage
New Wyze light strips bring 32 feet of color-changing fun to your home decor
Amazon serialized fiction comes to iOS ahead of Kindle devices
Amazon eyes Soli-style radar sensors for sleep tracking and smart home
Amazon Echo Dots created by designer DvF
Amazon adds AirPlay 2 and HomeKit to Toshiba, Insignia Fire TVs
How to use Focus on your Apple Watch
Smarter iKettle lets Google Assistant put on some tea for you
elago R5 Locator Case launches with an AirTags slot - 9to5Toys
meross launches the HomeKit-enabled MDL110 Smart LED Desk Lamp
Nanoleaf Adds Thread Border Router Support to Shapes and Elements Light Panels [Update: Rollout Next Month]

Picks of the week
Matthew: Elgato FaceCam & Stream Deck Mk. 2
Mikah: Anker Cable Management Cord Keeper

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli
Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today
Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit
Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today/episodes/87
1 hr 48 min
July 08, 2021STT 86: Press the Big, Red Smart Button - Wearables track COVID-19, Echo Dots retain data, Facebook Portal
Wearables track COVID-19, Echo Dots retain data, Facebook Portal
Apple Watch and other wearables can detect long-term effects of COVID-19, early research suggests

How to use iPhone Background Sounds in iOS 15 - 9to5Mac

Brilliant completes HomeKit rollout with updated smart plug and wall switch

Updates to Controller for HomeKit app enhance your home automation

There's finally a gadget to add wireless CarPlay to any CarPlay-equipped car - and it's $46 off

Amazon Echo Dots Store a Wealth of Data—Even After a Reset

ADT and Ring reach settlement in trademark dispute over octagonal blue signs

Samsung pulls app support on original Galaxy Gear watch

Govee Glide Wall Light review: Gliding light

Portal From Facebook Stands for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Curtain Call
Picks of the week
Matthew: The Task Button (The Zoom Button)

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today

Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit
Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today/episodes/86
Sponsor:
Command Line Heroes - STT
1 hr 11 min
July 08, 2021STT 86: Press the Big, Red Smart Button - Wearables track COVID-19, Echo Dots retain data, Facebook Portal
Wearables track COVID-19, Echo Dots retain data, Facebook Portal
Apple Watch and other wearables can detect long-term effects of COVID-19, early research suggests
How to use iPhone Background Sounds in iOS 15 - 9to5Mac
Brilliant completes HomeKit rollout with updated smart plug and wall switch
Updates to Controller for HomeKit app enhance your home automation
There's finally a gadget to add wireless CarPlay to any CarPlay-equipped car - and it's $46 off
Amazon Echo Dots Store a Wealth of Data—Even After a Reset
ADT and Ring reach settlement in trademark dispute over octagonal blue signs
Samsung pulls app support on original Galaxy Gear watch
Govee Glide Wall Light review: Gliding light
Portal From Facebook Stands for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Curtain Call

Picks of the week
Matthew: The Task Button (The Zoom Button)
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli
Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today
Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit
Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today/episodes/86
Sponsor:
Command Line Heroes - STT
1 hr 11 min
July 01, 2021STT 85: Building a Smart Home Is Hard Work - Smart home fatigue, untrustworthy thermostats, Alexa reads to kids
Smart home fatigue, untrustworthy thermostats, Alexa reads to kids
The Smart Home Isn't Worth It

IoT has a long ways to go to be trustworthy

The Lenovo Smart Clock 2 gives Google Assistant a new look

Google Will Warn Users When Search Results May Be Unreliable

Google promises at least 5 years of support for Nest devices

Amazon's latest Alexa trick is helping kids read

Xbox Game Pass browser, iOS streaming arrives today

Apple Gaming Controller Arrives in Unexpected Way

Apple Watch International Collection bands show the love of country

Portraits on watchOS 8 is a clever and delightful take on featuring photos with Apple Watch

Apple execs address Apple Watch as the modern wallet

Apple products to keep away from medical devices: Basically all of them

Roundup: Here's everything new with Siri in iOS 15

Hunter Douglas PowerView shades review: The most luxe experience a HomeKit user could ask for
Picks of the week
Matthew: AirPods Max

Mikah: eero Pro 6

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today

Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit
Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today/episodes/85
1 hr 54 min
July 01, 2021STT 85: Building a Smart Home Is Hard Work - Smart home fatigue, untrustworthy thermostats, Alexa reads to kids
Smart home fatigue, untrustworthy thermostats, Alexa reads to kids
The Smart Home Isn't Worth It
IoT has a long ways to go to be trustworthy
The Lenovo Smart Clock 2 gives Google Assistant a new look
Google Will Warn Users When Search Results May Be Unreliable
Google promises at least 5 years of support for Nest devices
Amazon's latest Alexa trick is helping kids read
Xbox Game Pass browser, iOS streaming arrives today
Apple Gaming Controller Arrives in Unexpected Way
Apple Watch International Collection bands show the love of country
Portraits on watchOS 8 is a clever and delightful take on featuring photos with Apple Watch
Apple execs address Apple Watch as the modern wallet
Apple products to keep away from medical devices: Basically all of them
Roundup: Here's everything new with Siri in iOS 15
Hunter Douglas PowerView shades review: The most luxe experience a HomeKit user could ask for

Picks of the week
Matthew: AirPods Max
Mikah: eero Pro 6

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli
Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today
Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit
Show notes and links for this episode are available at: https://twit.tv/shows/smart-tech-today/episodes/85
1 hr 54 min

About Smart Tech Today (Audio)

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Smart Tech Today explains the exciting, dynamic, and sometimes-confusing subject that is the Internet of Things. Mikah Sargent and Matthew Cassinelli guide you through smart switches, lights, thermostats, speakers, and other connected tech. Every week, learn how to make the most of your smart tech.